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Win tickets to see Supreme Queen in Cardiff next month
NOW one of the most recognisable tribute bands in the world, Supreme Queen, continues to take things to a whole different level, with its homage to the halcyon days of one of the planet’s greatest ever rock bands. And the Argus has teamed up with
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Here's why the main road in Bettws was so busy this afternoon
THE main road through into Newport's Bettws housing estate was subject to some delays this afternoon following an incident. Gwent Police were called to the scene just after 2.30pm this afternoon - Monday, December 11 - to assist with traffic management
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Illegal cigarettes and tobacco seized by police in city centre
GWENT Police have removed another large quantity of illegal cigarettes from Newport's city centre streets. During a proactive operation taking place earlier this afternoon (December 11) on Commercial Road in Newport, three premises and four vehicles
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Officers concerned for welfare of missing teenage boy
OFFICERS are growing increasingly concerned about the welfare of a missing teenager from Abertillery. Tomas Miker has not been seen since around 5.30pm on Monday, December 4, and police have issued an appeal to help find him. The 15-year-old
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'Couldn't be prouder': Newport band wins competition in new uniform
NEWPORT Brass Band has new uniforms – thanks to a generous donation. Building products manufacturer, Forterra, has donated £500 for new uniforms which band members can wear at events, official occasions, and competitions Newport Brass Band
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Why Gwent bridge was closed for almost eight hours early this morning
A BRIDGE in Newport was closed for almost eight hours over concerns for a man’s welfare. Chartist Bridge in Blackwood was closed from 3.30am, with Gwent Police releasing a further statement at around midday. The force said they attended the
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Watch: Local man delights children with home visits as the Grinch in festive fun
IF THERE'S one beloved children's character that everyone associates with Christmas, even if he stands for everything opposite, it's the Grinch. First created by Dr Seuss in 1957, the Grinch has become a staple of many families' Christmas entertainment
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First minister grilled on Welsh Government's co-operation agreement with Plaid Cymru
MSS scrutinised the first minister and Plaid Cymru’s leaders on the co-operation agreement. Mark Drakeford said the fundamentals of the three-year agreement between the Welsh Government and Plaid Cymru remain intact. He told a scrutiny committee
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Just months after 999 call warning, Gwent Police ranks top in the whole of the UK
THE police force covering Gwent has been ranked as the best in the whole of the UK for call answering times. According to October 2023 data listed on Police.uk has confirmed Gwent Police answered more than 90 per cent of their total emergency calls
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Volunteers dig deep to spruce up park with seven new cherry trees
A GROUP of volunteers have planted seven new cherry trees alongside a path in a Cwmbran park. The Friends of Pontnewydd Park work to make the site a nicer place for children and families to enjoy and play outdoors safely. A spokesperson from
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BREAKING: Incident in Bettws causes severe delays on main road
6:12pm We are now closing the live blog, thank you for following.
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Amazon delivery driver 'feared for life' after being attacked by 'untrained' dog
A DOG which lacked “any basic training” attacked an Amazon delivery driver in Pontypool, leaving him fearing for his life. The self-employed delivery driver was delivering a package to the house of Gemma Saunders in School View on the afternoon
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When do schools in Wales break up for Christmas holidays in 2023?
Christmas is fast approaching and that means another lot of school holidays are just days away. With so much to worry about during the festive season, it can sometimes be hard to remember when the children break up from school ahead of Christmas
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Two youths walk into a takeaway, and walked out with a lot more than just a kebab...
HEARD the one about two youths walking into a takeaway? Well in this case, they allegedly walked out with 250 vapes without paying. Gwent Police are investigating a report of theft in a takeaway on Thursday, September 28. Two youths allegedly
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Budget cuts putting ‘significant pressure’ on availability of cash for PCSOs
BUDGET cuts have put “significant pressures” on Gwent Police’s ability to pay for its community support officers (PCSOs), a senior officer has warned. The force hires 172 full-time equivalent PCSOs, supporting neighbourhood policing by carrying
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'They can smell an upset' - Boss wants County to deny ITV their Barnet celebrations
LIVE coverage has given Newport County AFC an FA Cup cash boost but Graham Coughlan wants to deny television bosses the EFL scalp they crave at Barnet tomorrow. The Exiles head to the Hive for a second-round replay (kick-off 7.45pm) after the National
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Flats in town centre to be revamped to create space for three more people
A LANDLORD has been given the go-ahead to reorganise a block of flats in Pontypool town centre. Grant Zetehmayr asked Torfaen Borough Council for planning permission to change the layout of Edmonton Court in Forge Lane, which is close to a multi-storey
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Newport business owners on how council's predicted £3.5m underspend should be used
NEWPORT City Council predicts it could have £3.5 million in its reserves pot before the end of the financial year - and local traders have given their thoughts on how the money could be spent. Newport City Council's most recent revenue budget report
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'An emptiness never to be filled': Heart-breaking tribute to father who died in crash
"HIS death will leave an emptiness that will never be filled", that's a family's heart-wrenching words after a man died in a South Wales car crash. Matthew Theophilus, 35, from the Caerphilly area, was taken to hospital but died from his injuries
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'I'm back to my old self' - Dragons wing after scoring on spot he ruptured ligaments
ASHTON Hewitt declared he is finally feeling back to his old self after the Dragons winger scored his first Rodney Parade try since rupturing knee ligaments in 2021. The 29-year-old from Newport crossed for the first of the Dragons’ four tries
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Watch: Football match is called off due to huge fight
VIOLENCE erupted in an amateur football match over the weekend causing the game to be cancelled. Caerphilly AFC’s derby match with Aber Valley on December 9 had added spice – perhaps too much spice – as what looks like a full team brawl erupted
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Recap: Concern for man's welfare causes South Wales Bridge closure this morning
1:10pm Our live blog has now finished. Earlier today Chartist Bridge, Blackwood, was closed due to concern for the
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Who is eligible for a free TV Licence as price set to rise
THE BBC licence fee will rise by £10.50 to £169.50 a year, the Culture Secretary has confirmed. The household payment, which funds much of the corporation’s operations, had been frozen at £159 and was set to rise in line with inflation next year
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Calls issued for an investigation into cremation body mix-up
MEMBERS of the Welsh Senedd have called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a horrifying body mix-up at the crematorium in Sirhowy. A blunder at the Grange University Hospital morgue saw one Gwent family given the wrong body
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Look: Three new babies to welcome to the world
HERE are more babies recently born in Gwent. Every Monday on our New Arrivals page we give them a big welcome to the world. If you’ve recently had a baby and would like to share your news with us go to www.southwalesargus.co.uk/new-baby/ and
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In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court. HARLEY OSBORNE, 28, of East Dock Close, Newport was banned from driving for six months after he was found guilty following a trial of riding a Yamaha motorcycle on the A4042 on to
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Thug tried to gouge girlfriend’s eyes during ‘horrible’ assault
A MAN tried to gouge his girlfriend’s eyes during a “horrible” drink and drug-fuelled attack. Johnathan Davies, 38, from Blackwood was jailed after a jury found him guilty of assault occasioning actual bodily harm following a trial. The judge
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‘Carrying on her legacy:’ Mum and son giving up Christmas Day for this special reason
A PROUD son has said he is carrying on his mum’s ‘legacy’ as the pair prepare to selflessly give up their Christmas Day for a special reason. Sue and Steve Malson who work for charity Trac2 will be delivering more than 100 Christmas dinners across
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Ysgol Bro Teyrnon, Newport, praised for "strong focus" on Welsh culture
A PRIMARY school in Newport has been praised for its strong focus on celebrating Welsh culture by inspectors during a recent Estyn inspection. Ysgol Bro Teyrnon in Brynglas Drive is described as a “happy, inclusive and caring community” with a
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Independent music shop in Risca to close at end of the year
AN INDEPENDENT music shop in Risca has made the tough decision to close at the end of the year. Based in the small town of Risca, the independent music shop Band Box has been going for many years but has blamed the “current state of the economy